# Using Standalone Components

This guide demonstrates how to use Reth components independently without running a full node. This is useful for building tools, analyzers, indexers, or any application that needs direct access to blockchain data.

## Direct Database Access


## Next Steps

- Learn about [Modifying Nodes](/sdk/examples/modify-node) to add functionality
- Explore the [Type System](/sdk/typesystem/block) for working with data
- Check [Custom Node Building](/sdk/custom-node/prerequisites) for production use
